Sarma cave, Limestone cave in Gagra District, Republic of Abkhazia.
The cave system extends through three distinct levels within Mount Arabica, reaching an exceptional depth of 1830 meters below the surface entrance.
Researchers discovered the cave entrance in 1990 when Sergey Shipitsin identified a small crevice during an expedition of the Arabica caving club.
The geological formation has become a central research location for international speleologists studying deep cave systems and subterranean ecosystems.
Access to Sarma Cave requires professional caving equipment and permits from the State Committee for Ecology of Abkhazia before any descent.
Scientists have identified two species of stygobiont amphipods living at different depths within the cave, including Zenkevitchia sandroruffoi and Adaugammarus pilosus.
Location: Republic of Abkhazia
Location: Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia
GPS coordinates: 43.41560,40.36390
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:31
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